Assistant Chief Engineer

Sinclair Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. in Traverse City, MI is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead and support our engineering team. You will act as the go-between for engineering, leadership, and site personnel, ensuring reliable operation of broadcast systems and timely resolution of issues.

This role requires transmitter repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 40–50 lbs. You’ll mentor teammates, stay current with industry standards, and occasionally travel with the News team to

Qualifications

• On-the-job and/or formal training repairing transmitters.
• Valid & unencumbered driver’s license
• Work experience, education, and/or formal training/certification in one or more of an engineering-related fields (e.g., technology; information systems; computer science; electrical engineering and/or electronics).
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-between for the engineering team, leadership, and location personnel.
• Act as the subject matter expert for equipment and technology at the location.
• Provide transmitter support and replace faulty/ improperly functioning equipment.
• Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end-user support across all departments.
• Support the News department in maintaining must-haves for live production.
• Travel with the News team Routinely.
• Manage department-related budget information and administrative duties.

Skills

Transmitter repair

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

Engineering field training

Job description

Have you always had a knack for problem-solving? Are you the type of person who enjoys being hands‑on and also doesn’t mind taking a break every now and then to coach another teammate towards perfecting their craft? Our team needs YOU to continue to elevate our engineering team. The Assistant Chief Engineer plays an imperative role as the go‑between resource for the engineering team, leadership, and the location’s personnel. We need a dynamic team lead to help grow the impact of our engineering team!

What you can expect working as an Assistant Chief Engineer:

• To work with a team focused on meaningful relationships
• A high‑energy environment
• A chance to work on a team supported, influenced & led by some of the Broadcast Industry’s leading innovators
• Related on‑the‑job experience
• To work at the TV station regularly & to travel with the News team routinely
• Daily opportunities to learn the art of how‑to (re)prioritize.
• The station’s obstacles and challenges are your challenges.
• The possibility of unexpected and/or late‑night calls for engineering‑emergencies at the station
• Act as the subject matter expert and point of contact for all things related to equipment and technology at the location, as well as stay up‑to‑date on new industry standards
• Provide additional support and resource subject‑matter expertise in the absence of the Chief Engineer to all staff (including leadership, location personnel, and the onsite Engineering team)
• Support and assist the News department in maintaining must‑haves for live production
• Implement, install & maintain engineering systems and provide end‑user support across all departments
• Provide transmitter support
• Replace or adjust defective and/or improperly functioning equipment
• Networking / Wiring
• Administrative “musts” (i.e., tracking and organizing department‑related budget information)

Requirements:

• On‑the‑job and/or formal training repairing transmitters
• Valid & unencumbered driver’s license
• Work experience, education, and/or formal training/certification in one or more of an engineering‑related fields (e.g., technology; information systems; computer science; electrical engineering and/or electronics).
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs

Bonus points for…

• Previous broadcast experience
• Familiarity with FCC regulations
• Engineering‑related certifications

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.